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B8 CTF

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,722 mi
Last recorded144,722 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 CTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 144,722 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside wiper blade slightly worn

Pass 7 Nov 2012 142,998 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front and rear indicator bulbs slightly discouloured

fuel cap sealing washer slightly deteriorated

nearside front windscreen wiper smearing slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2011 141,298 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 141,291 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 138,281 miles

front/rear discs worn.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 133,673 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 129,845 miles

parking brake effort just within legal limit.

Pass 18 Dec 2007 124,743 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 116,733 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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B8 CTF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B8 CTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B8 CTF registered?

B8 CTF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is B8 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 CTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B8 CTF have outstanding finance?

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